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Boldr Odyssey RegattavsFormex Reef 42 mm

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Odyssey Regatta
BoldrOdyssey Regatta
MSRP $1,499
Reef 42 mm
FormexReef 42 mm
MSRP $2,414

At a glance

9 of 29 specs differ
Diameter
Odyssey Regatta45.5mm
Reef 42 mm42mm
Power Reserve
Odyssey Regatta40h
Reef 42 mm56h
Water Resistance
Odyssey Regatta500m
Reef 42 mm300m
MSRP
Odyssey Regatta$1,499
Reef 42 mm$2,414

Full specifications

Case

4 specs
Diameter
45.5mm
42mm
Thickness
16mm
11.4mm
Lug-to-Lug
52mm
47mm
Water Resistance
500m
300m

Crystal & Dial

2 specs
AR Coating
Yes
Inner
Dial Color
Regatta Admiral Blue
Black

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
ETA Valjoux 7750
Sellita SW300-1
Power Reserve
40h
56h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,499
$2,414

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What people say

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Boldr Odyssey Regatta

The Boldr Odyssey Regatta is noted for its robust functionality and utilitarian design, powered by a Valjoux 7750 Elaboré movement. It features a tachymeter bezel graduated in knots and offers 500m water resistance. While its 45.5mm diameter, 18.2mm thickness, and 245g weight make it a substantial timepiece, it wears better than its dimensions might suggest. Overall, owners and reviewers highlight the Boldr Odyssey Regatta's workhorse movement and functional tool-watch capabilities.

From video reviewers

500m water resistance is a consistently praised feature. The watch's significant weight and large case size were noted as drawbacks by multiple reviewers. Reviewers disagreed on whether the bezel's 15-minute markings were redundant given the regatta complication.

Formex Reef 42 mm

The Formex Reef 42 mm is widely praised for its comfortable bracelet featuring a micro-adjust clasp, COSC-certified Sellita movement, and excellent build quality. Owners appreciate the gradient dial's visual appeal and the overall wearability. Some owners note the seconds hand does not perfectly align with markers, and one owner found the lugs' taper hinders third-party strap fit. The bracelet's length and sporty design are noted as limiting versatility by some. On balance, owners and reviewers rate the Formex Reef 42 mm highly for its impressive wearability and value at the price point.

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